Reds pitching coach Derek Johnson takes indefinite personal leave
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 11:59 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Cincinnati Reds pitching coach Derek Johnson has taken a leave of absence for personal reasons ahead of a road series against the St. Louis Cardinals. The team did not disclose any further details or a timeline for his return. Johnson, 54, is in his eighth season as the pitching coach for the Reds and was previously with the Milwaukee Brewers. Assistant pitching coach Matt Tracy will assume Johnson's game day duties alongside bullpen coach Oscar Marin. Reds manager Terry Francona expressed confidence in the coaching staff to maintain stability during Johnson's absence.
- •Derek Johnson took a personal leave of absence on June 6, 2026.
- •No details provided on the reason or timeline for his return.
- •Matt Tracy and Oscar Marin will manage the pitching duties.
- •Johnson has been the Reds' pitching coach since 2018.
- •Francona believes the team can maintain stability during this period.
- 12:45 AMESPN MLB — Reds pitching coach Johnson takes personal leave
- 11:39 PMYahoo Sports — Reds pitching coach Derek Johnson takes indefinite 'personal leave'
- 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Reds pitching coach Derek Johnson takes leave of absence
"Cincinnati Reds pitching coach Derek Johnson is taking a leave of absence from the team because of personal reasons. The team announced the move Friday before opening a three-game set against the St. Louis Cardinals. No reason was given for the absence of the 54-year-old Johnson.
"The Reds have provided no details as to the reason Derek Johnson has taken 'personal' leave, nor have they suggested a timeline for his return.
"Cincinnati Reds pitching coach Derek Johnson is taking a leave of absence from the team because of personal reasons.
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External links- ESPN MLBJun 6, 2026, 12:45 AMReds pitching coach Johnson takes personal leave
Cincinnati Reds pitching coach Derek Johnson is taking a leave of absence from the team because of personal reasons.
- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 11:39 PMReds pitching coach Derek Johnson takes indefinite 'personal leave'
The Reds have provided no details as to the reason Derek Johnson has taken 'personal' leave, nor have they suggested a timeline for his return.
- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 11:30 PMReds pitching coach Derek Johnson takes leave of absence
Cincinnati Reds pitching coach Derek Johnson is taking a leave of absence from the team because of personal reasons. The team announced the move Friday before opening a three-game set against the St. Louis Cardinals. No reason was given for the absence of the 54-year-old Johnson.
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